Graduate Finance Assistant

Michael Page (UK); Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Finance Assistant in Crewe. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or AAT student to start their finance career. Responsibilities include daily bank reconciliations and preparation of journal entries. The position provides a competitive salary of £26,000-£29,000, study support, and a hybrid working arrangement after training. Join a supportive and professional environment where you can develop your skills in a large organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Study support package

Full training provided

Hybrid Working Arrangement

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• A relevant numerate degree is essential.
• Studying towards AAT Qualification is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Strong IT skills, especially in MS Excel, are needed.
• Desire to become a Qualified Accountant is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries for month end.
• Process monthly expenses.
• Assist with year-end audit deliverables.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong IT skills, particularly MS Excel

Commitment to becoming a Qualified Accountant

Education

Relevant numerate degree

Studying towards AAT Qualification

Job description

• Fantastic opportunity to join a growing, business on the outskirts of Crewe!
• Study Support and full training provided!

About Our Client

Our client is a well-respected player in their industry, boasting a large organisation size. With a focus on innovation and commitment to providing top-notch services, they are renowned for their professional environment and strong team ethics.

They are looking for a bright, junior, candidate to join their team. Prior knowledge of working in a similar role is not essential, but beneficial.

I am looking for a Graduate with a placement year, AAT studier or an ambitious Graduate looking for an opportunity to carve a finance career.

Job Description

• Daily bank reconciliations
• Preparation of journal entries for month end
• Process monthly expenses
• Monthly balance sheet
• Assist with year-end audit deliverables
• Intercompany reconciliations
• Fixed assets and depreciation posting
• Processing weekly ad hoc payments
• Working closely with the commercial team and wider stakeholders

The Successful Applicant

A successful Finance Assistant should have:

• A relevant numerate degree - Essential
• Or Studying towards AAT Qualification - Essential
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills - Essential
• Have strong IT skills, particularly MS Excel - Essential
• Have the desire to become a Qualified Accountant - Essential

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary in the range of £26,000-£29,000
• Study support package and full training provided
• Hybrid Working Arrangement following training period
• A supportive and professional company culture.
• The opportunity to develop your skills in a large organisation